Japanese Lantern. A very exotic looking houseplant with pendent, frilly edged, tubular flowers, with reflexed petals. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers May to August. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Hibiscus schizopetalus
A very exotic looking houseplant with pendent, frilly edged, tubular flowers, with reflexed petals
Additional information
| Generic | Hibiscus |
|---|---|
| Species | schizopetalus |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Japanese Lantern |
| Flower Colour | pink, red |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1.2m |
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy, Arching |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Water sparingly in winter, Mist regularly, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Aphids, Mealy bugs, Scale, Powdery mildew |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Requires support |
| Propagation | Seed, Stem cuttings |
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